Argentina vs Cape Verde Islands result and match review

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Cristian Romero's move from Tottenham to Atletico Madrid in a €40m package, ending a summer saga involving Inter, Barcelona, Napoli and Arsenal. The exit closes a pivotal chapter in Spurs' defensive history and raises fresh questions about the club's rebuilding strategy.

FIFA has confirmed a disciplinary assessment after Argentina players displayed a Falklands banner. No final-ban decision has been announced, and UEFA's Rodri-Morata case is not a binding FIFA precedent.

England selected Morgan Rogers, not Marcus Rashford, on the right for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Rogers assisted Anthony Gordon's opener, while Rashford entered only after Argentina had taken a 2-1 lead.

England's late 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat prompted criticism of Thomas Tuchel's defensive changes. BBC Sport reported concern among senior players, but Tuchel argued the team had already lost control before the switch to a back five.

Harry Kane contributed to the move for Anthony Gordon's opener but did not score as England lost 2-1 to Argentina. Lionel Messi assisted both late goals in the World Cup semi-final.

Pre-match analysis identified set pieces as one possible route through Argentina. The semi-final produced a different lesson: England scored from open play, while Argentina used a short corner to begin their late comeback.

Argentina recovered from Anthony Gordon's opener to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final. Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored late from Lionel Messi assists, sending the holders into the final against Spain.

Declan Rice recovered from illness in time to start England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Official match records confirm he played 82 minutes before being replaced by Nico O'Reilly.